Investments

What's driving this new interest? Follow the money: U.S. retirement assets totaled $23 trillion in the first quarter of this year.

Puerto Rico Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla came out swinging with a defense of his economic and fiscal programs after Moody's Investors Service lowered the island's credit ratings farther into junk territory.

Gold’s role as an alternative investment might be reduced with Washington moving back from the brink of default.

Liquid and transparent versions of hedge funds are widely available but choosing among them takes thorough investigation.

Some alternative asset classes are appealing in theory until you stop and think about them, according to CFP Allan Roth. Here are three types advisors should avoid.

Private equity funds have had superior returns, but risks can be magnified if investors don’t know where their money will go.

Gold’s role as an alternative investment might be reduced with Washington moving back from the brink of default.

Private equity funds have had superior returns, but risks can be magnified if investors don’t know where their money will go.

Gold’s role as an alternative investment might be reduced with Washington moving back from the brink of default.

Amid an outreach overhaul, the agency's Division of Investment Management says it wants asset managers to give advisors and investors a 'clear and concise' picture of their investment strategies.

The Growing Influence of Distributors

Low or negative correlation is necessary for a good alternative investment, but don't forget the second essential trait.

BlackRock Retakes Lead in ETF Deposits on Emerging-Markets

Innovation Essential for ETF Wholesalers

Treasury Department approves new annuity; Advisors keep clients' emotions in check; Important questions about Social Security

Financial products and markets are so thoroughly intertwined that regulators need to take a more holistic approach than they have in the past.

Alternative investments aren't just for institutions any longer. Alt mutual funds and ETFs have seen a 100% increase in inflows over the past two years.

Some advisors have found that covered calls outperform bonds and provide savvy selling strategies.

Despite declining numbers, defined-benefit plans are in vogue with small business owners and the advisors who serve them.

New York is attracting financial technology startup companies and venture capitalists, who like the proximity to large banks. But watch out for London.